Posts Tagged ‘wilderness’

What’s the difference between wilderness and primitive camping?

February 13, 2010 - 1:14 pm No Comments

What’s the difference between a wilderness campsite and a primitive campsite?

My boyfriend and I are going camping for the first time and I just had a few questions…

Are reservations really that necessary?

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Camping 2009

December 2, 2009 - 3:36 pm 3 Comments

Mrs. Mcgyver and I took off for the night to be alone in the woods. This is a mix of pictures and some video clips. (I finally have video) This was Mrs. Mcgyvers first camping that wasn’t in a campground. We have been camping as a family to campgrounds for years, but never could convince her into going primitive. She finally agreed, and loved it. Just didn’t appreciate the hike out. Neither did I for that matter.

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Backpacking & Camping Tips : Buying Hiking Boots

November 8, 2009 - 8:05 pm 9 Comments

The type of hiking boots a backpacker should buy depends on what their needs are. Buy hiking boots for light hiking, rugged terrain or general purpose with tips from a backpacking guide in this free video on camping and hiking.

Expert: Richard Fields
Bio: Richard Fields has been an avid backpacker and backcountry guide for over 25 years.
Filmmaker: Patrick Eaves

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Backpacking & Camping Tips : Breaking In Hiking Boots

November 4, 2009 - 11:44 am 4 Comments

Before lacing up a pair of hiking boots, a finger should fit behind the heel when the toes are all the way to the front. Break in a pair of hiking boots and use different lacing techniques with tips from a backpacking guide in this free video on camping and hiking.

Expert: Richard Fields
Bio: Richard Fields has been an avid backpacker and backcountry guide for over 25 years.
Filmmaker: Patrick Eaves

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Backpacking & Camping Tips : Avoiding Blisters When Hiking

November 1, 2009 - 12:23 am 5 Comments

Blisters can be avoided on hiking trips by wearing proper socks and regularly changing socks. Avoid blisters when hiking with tips on using tape and first aid from a backpacking guide in this free video on camping and hiking.

Expert: Richard Fields
Bio: Richard Fields has been an avid backpacker and backcountry guide for over 25 years.
Filmmaker: Patrick Eaves

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Backpacking & Camping Tips : How to Wear a Backpack

November 1, 2009 - 12:23 am 5 Comments

When wearing a backpack, take a wide stance, bend the knees and keep the back straight. Wear a backpack properly comfortably and avoid injuries with tips from a backpacking guide in this free video on camping and hiking.

Expert: Richard Fields
Bio: Richard Fields has been an avid backpacker and backcountry guide for over 25 years.
Filmmaker: Patrick Eaves

Duration : 0:1:54

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Backpacking & Camping Tips : Food for Backpacking Trips

October 25, 2009 - 3:01 pm 9 Comments

When packing food for backpacking trips, decide how many meals are needed and what can be carried. Pick and buy food that will be nutritional and efficient for backpacking trips with tips from a backpacking guide in this free video on camping and hiking.

Expert: Richard Fields
Bio: Richard Fields has been an avid backpacker and backcountry guide for over 25 years.
Filmmaker: Patrick Eaves

Duration : 0:1:54

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Backpacking & Camping Tips : Food for Backpacking Trips

October 25, 2009 - 3:01 pm 9 Comments

When packing food for backpacking trips, decide how many meals are needed and what can be carried. Pick and buy food that will be nutritional and efficient for backpacking trips with tips from a backpacking guide in this free video on camping and hiking.

Expert: Richard Fields
Bio: Richard Fields has been an avid backpacker and backcountry guide for over 25 years.
Filmmaker: Patrick Eaves

Duration : 0:1:54

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One Man Tent

October 22, 2009 - 1:57 pm 4 Comments

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Description of a one man tent. This is a Wenzel one man tent, its about 13 years old and is really just a one or two season tent.

For extra rain protection, throw a tarp or rain poncho over the tent. This tent is very light weight and good for keeping bugs off of you.

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One Man Tent

October 22, 2009 - 1:57 pm 4 Comments

http://www.survivalistboards.com
Description of a one man tent. This is a Wenzel one man tent, its about 13 years old and is really just a one or two season tent.

For extra rain protection, throw a tarp or rain poncho over the tent. This tent is very light weight and good for keeping bugs off of you.

hiking camping tents tent woods wilderness bushcraft backpacks backpacking

Duration : 0:2:33

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